Description
Indulge in the flavors of fall with these Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Pancakes, a delightful twist on your traditional breakfast. These pancakes are not only gluten-free and nut-free but they also boast a protein-packed punch thanks to the cottage cheese. Each bite bursts with the warm, comforting flavors of pumpkin and spices, making them perfect for cozy mornings or festive brunches. Whether you enjoy them drizzled with maple syrup or topped with fresh berries, these pancakes are sure to impress family and friends alike. Easy to whip up and versatile enough to customize, this recipe is a must-try for anyone looking to elevate their breakfast game.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- ½ cup pumpkin puree
- 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour (or regular flour)
- ½ tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- In a large bowl or blender, combine eggs, pumpkin puree, cottage cheese, maple syrup, and vanilla until smooth.
- Add gluten-free flour, baking powder, and cinnamon; stir until just combined—do not overmix.
- If desired, fold in mix-ins like chocolate chips or nuts.
- Heat a skillet over medium-low heat and lightly grease it. Pour about ¼ cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake.
- Cook for about 3-5 minutes until bubbles form; flip carefully and cook until golden brown on both sides.
- Serve warm with maple syrup or your favorite toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pancakes
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 210mg